What:Port Coquitlam Farmers MarketWhen: Thursday, July 19 from 3:00-7:00pmWhere: Leigh Square Community Arts Village [map]The skinny: Ice Cream Party. This is a lively afternoon farmers’ market bringing freshly picked vegetables and fruit from nearby farms into the downtown. Delicious sweets and savouries are available from many prepared food vendors. Linger awhile and enjoy the music of local young and not-so-young musicians while you have a light supper from Didi’s Greek Pita (try the chicken souvlaki!) and the best coffee ever from Vango Espresso.More info: 604.467.7433

What:Life Drawing Workshop When: Thursday, July 19 from 6:00-9:00pmWhere: Evergreen Cultural Centre [map]The skinny: The Art Gallery at the Evergreen is offering a Life Drawing workshop for adults in a unique and unforgettable setting; amongst the drawings currently on exhibit in the Art Gallery. Bring your drawing supplies and join us.More info: 604.927.6552

What:The Milk DocumentaryWhen: Friday, July 20 from 6:30-9:30pmWhere: Inlet Theatre [map]The skinny: Got the facts on Milk? is an entertaining, award winning feature documentary that dares to question the conventional wisdom of the much publicized health benefits of milk and dairy products. Addressing myth, truth and all in-between, the film a humorous yet shocking exposition that provokes serious thought about this everyday staple. Live Q&A via Skype with Dr. T. Colin Campbell, author of The China Study. Sponsored by Coquitlam Family Chiropractic.More info: 604.469.4722

What:Ziggy Marley: Wild And Free TourWhen: Friday, July 20 at 8:00pmWhere: Red Robinson Show Theatre [map]The skinny: Five-time Grammy-winning musician Ziggy Marley has established his presence on the public stage for over a quarter-century. A native of Kingston, Jamaica, Ziggy and his siblings first sat in on recording sessions with his father’s band, the legendary Bob Marley and the Wailers when he was just ten years old. Later Ziggy joined with his sisters Sharon and Cedella and brother Stephen to become Ziggy Marley & The Melody Makers allowing him to craft his own soulful sound which blends blues, R&B, hip-hop and roots reggae.More info: 855.985.5000

What:Village VibeWhen: Saturday, July 21 at 2:00pmWhere: Leigh Square Community Arts Village [map]The skinny: Village Vibe takes place on a covered outdoor stage at Leigh Square every Saturday afternoon from July – August and features emerging performers in dance, music and improv. The program is free for the community to attend as a way to enhance the arts/cultural life of the city and provides opportunities for local artists to gain exposure and experience in front of a live audience.More info: 604.927.8400

What:Threesome: Drawings Art Exhibition Opening ReceptionWhen: Saturday, July 21 at 2:00pmWhere: Leigh Square Community Arts Village [map]The skinny: For three weeks in July and August (July 19-August 20), a variety of galleries and museums in Metro Vancouver collaborate to pay homage to the medium of drawing. Leigh Square Community Arts Village offers a Chinese Canadian take on the festivities, presenting the sketches of architecture, figures, and animals by artists Yukman Lai, Harold Ma, and Arthur Shu-Ren Cheng in “Threesome” at Leigh Square Community Arts Village from July 19 through August 20. All three are known for their works but have seldom displayed their early drawings.More info: 604.927.8400

What:Music on the Grill: SOULTRAXWhen: Saturday, July 21 from 6:30-9:30pmWhere: Evergreen Cultural Centre [map]The skinny: A fusion of food, music and fresh air, Music on the Grill begins with a delicious BBQ dinner on the patio overlooking beautiful Lafarge Lake followed by an amazing concert in the Studio Theatre with cabaret-style seating and bar service. SOULTRAX: A Tribute to George Benson & Jimmie Smith is an energy-driven showcase of diverse musical talents that capture the best of Benson, Smith and more. Seeped in contemporary funk originals to sizzling solos, the six-piece band features Olaf de Shield on guitar/vocals and keyboardist extraordinaire Fran Jaré with Brent Gubbels, Don Powrie and a horn section led by Dave Say and Derry Byrne.More info: 604.927.6555

What:Music in the ParkWhen: Sunday, July 22 at 2:00pmWhere: Lions Park [map]The skinny: In Lions Park every Sunday at 2 pm throughout July & August, Music in the Park features the finest professional musicians from across Metro Vancouver playing a variety of genres including jazz, blues, folk, world fusion, and contemporary. Babe Gurr is a singer-songwriter who has been turning heads for years with her blend of roots, blues, and pop. Her warm and sultry voice delivers intelligent lyrics, memorable melodies. Add her savvy personality and you get a 10 out of 10 performance.More info: 604.927.8400

What:Summer Sunday Concert – INCOGNITO w/ Nadine StatesWhen: Sunday, July 8 at 2:00pmWhere: Rocky Point Park [map]The skinny: In 20 years of rocking the west coast Incognito has earned its reputation in the upper echelon of Vancouver’s sizzling R and B scene. With four CD’s and countless miles of touring on the clock, this skin-tight blues machine just keeps gathering steam.More info: 604.341.4813